Light Tour

Light and Casual Thin Tea Ceremony

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SHOFU AN Private Tea Ceremony Tour

Light Tour

A serene and intimate introduction to the Japanese tea ceremony, enjoyed in our exclusive floating tea room. This short yet memorable experience is ideal for visitors seeking an authentic cultural moment within a limited time.

100% Private
2 – 6 people
60 mins
English | Japanese

Light and Casual Tour in Floating Tea Room 

What we offer

– 100% Private tour

– Thin tea (Usucha) with Higashi (Dry confectionery)

Offered in the Floating Tea Room with a breathtaking ocean view on the 2nd floor

– Tea making experience

You will have the opportunity to make your own thin tea (Usucha) under the guidance of the tea master

Price : ¥7,000 + tax per person

Tour Flow

What to expect in our Light Tea Ceremony Tour

1. Shofuan is a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride from Manazuru Station. For the easiest route, we recommend using Google Maps. Private parking is available for up to two vehicles.

2. Please leave your luggage in the first-floor living room. We kindly ask you to change into white socks or white tabi. To avoid damaging the tea bowls, please remove your watch and bracelets. Also, please refrain from wearing perfume on the day of your visit.

3. Ascend to our 2nd-floor Floating Tea Room. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Sagami Bay—it’s the perfect photo spot on a clear day.

4. First, the tea master will serve a bowl of tea to everyone. Please enjoy the sweets first; afterward, thin tea will be served to each guest.
You are more than welcome to take photos during this time. However, during the initial tea-making performance, we kindly ask for your silence so that you may focus your full attention on the spirit of the tea.

5. Next, you will have the opportunity to whisk your own bowl of tea. While I will certainly guide you through the traditional etiquette, please feel free to whisk it in your own way and enjoy the experience.

6. If you are participating with your family members or friends, you may offer the tea you whisked yourself for them to enjoy!

7. After everyone has finished whisking their tea, you are welcome to explore the tea rooms on both the first and second floors, as well as the garden, until it is time to depart. Please take this moment to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of our tea house, surrounded by nature.

Tea Ceremony

Thin Tea (Usucha) Tea Ceremony

Edible Art: The Spirit of Seasonal Higashi

Before whisking your own bowl of Usucha (thin tea), savor the delicate artistry of Higashi. These dry, seasonal sweets are exquisite gems of sugar and flour, crafted to reflect the subtle changes in the natural world. Each piece provides a crisp yet melting sweetness that cleanses the palate, perfectly elevating the light and frothy aesthetic of the thin tea. These bite-sized treasures serve as a playful and elegant conclusion to your journey, celebrating the harmony between flavor and form.

Elegance in Every Sip: Usucha with an Ocean View

Elevate your senses—literally. Following our traditional roots, we invite you to the second floor for an Usucha (thin tea) ceremony unlike any other. Here, the serene art of tea meets the breathtaking beauty of the natural world. Sip on frothy, vibrant Usucha while gazing at a panoramic view of the ocean. The play of light on the waves and the minimalist aesthetics of the tea room create a refreshing, airy atmosphere that bridges the gap between ancient ritual and the vast, open horizon. It is a moment of pure clarity and aesthetic bliss.

Tea  Making

Make your own tea (Usucha)

Mastery in Your Hands: Hand-on Matcha Experience

Now, it’s your turn to hold the bamboo whisk. After witnessing the mastery of our tea practitioners, you will be guided through a hands-on Usucha making experience. Learn the precise techniques of measuring the vibrant green powder and the art of whisking until a perfect, creamy froth forms on the surface. Our experts will teach you the etiquette of handling the tea bowl and the secrets to achieving the ideal temperature and texture. This interactive session ensures that you don’t just take home memories, but also the skill to recreate a moment of Zen in your own daily life.

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Access

5 minutes from the nearest station.  100 minutes by train from Tokyo.

〒259-0311 Kanagawa Ken Ashigarashimo Gun Yugawaramachi Fukuura 83-16

100 minutes by train from Tokyo.  20 minutes walk from the nearest station Manazuru Station (5 minutes by taxi)
If you need a pick-up service at Manazuru Station, Yugawara station or your hotel, please consult with us.

Booking Procedure

1. Fill out the booking form

Provide us with all the necessary information by filling out the booking form below.

2. Availability confirmation

After checking availability, you will receive a confirmation email with the date and time, other necessary information and the payment link.

3. Booking confirmation

The booking is confirmed after the payment is processed. Regarding the refund policy, refer to the terms in the booking form.

4. Easy access to SHOFU AN

It is a quick 5 minute taxi ride to SHOFU AN from the nearest Manazuru station. Pick up service is unavailable.

Important notes

  • On the day of the tea room experience, please refrain from using perfumes, hair products, or other scented items.
  • Please prepare white socks.
  • Please follow the host’s instructions for taking photos within the tea room.
  • Pick up service is only available for Standard, Premium and Luxury tours.

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    Tour Terms and Conditions:

    The tour reservation will be confirmed upon receipt of the tour fee.
    In the event of any unlawful or improper conduct by a customer that violates laws or public order and morals, participation in the tour may be denied. Additionally, regardless of intent or negligence, if any damage or loss occurs to the tea room facilities, buildings, equipment, or furnishings, due to the customer's fault, compensation may be required.
    Unforeseen circumstances, such as the representative of the tea room's health problems or natural disasters, may lead to changes in the tour's content or its cancellation. If a cancellation occurs, a full refund of the fee will be provided.
    Our tours are intended for adults aged 15 and older. Customers under the age of 15 are not permitted to participate. If age misrepresentation is discovered, an immediate decision to cancel or discontinue the tour may be made. Refunds will not be issued in the event of cancellation.
    This agreement is governed by Japanese law, and any disputes related to this contract shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Yokohama District Court or the Yokohama Summary Court.

    Prohibited Items

    On the day of the tea room visit, please refrain from using perfumes, hair products, or other scented items.
    Please refrain from bracelets, watches, rings, or similar accessories in the tea room.
    Please avoid participating while in a state of excessive alcohol consumption.
    Please refrain from bringing food or beverages into the tea room.
    If any actions are found to be in violation of the above-agreed terms, the tour may be immediately terminated, and tour fees will not be refunded.

    Privacy Policy

    We will only collect the minimum necessary personal information for which you have provided consent.
    Personal information may be used for "SHOFU AN" related businesses and services.
    Personal information that is no longer needed will be securely disposed of after a certain period.
    Please be aware that photos and videos taken by our staff and guides during the tour may be subject to our copyright and may be used for our promotional purposes, etc. (If you wish to refuse such usage, please inform us in advance.)

    Cancellation Policy

    Our cancellation policy provides a full refund for cancellations made up to 7 days before the scheduled experience date. Please ensure to contact us before 17:00 (JST) to initiate the cancellation process. For cancellations made within 3 days of the experience date, a 50% refund will be issued. No refunds will be processed for cancellations after this time. Please be aware that, depending on your chosen payment method, a transfer fee may be deducted from the refund amount.